Supply Chain Manager

Dechra Pharmaceuticals Limited; Skipton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in veterinary pharmaceuticals seeks a Supply Chain Manager to oversee operations at their Skipton site. This role involves leading production planning, inventory control, and team management while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Ideal candidates are strategic leaders with a degree in Supply Chain and strong ERP knowledge.

Benefits

Every other Friday off

Bonus and car allowance

22.5 days holiday + bank holidays

8% employer pension contribution

Training & development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Access to Headspace and Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production planning and scheduling within manufacturing.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of warehousing operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a site-wide production plan.
• Oversee warehouse operations ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Champion continuous improvement and lean practices.

Skills

Production planning

Leadership

Inventory control

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

MRP planning

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

Location: Skipton, UK
Working Hours: Average 36-hour week (with every other Friday off!)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-site

Lead with purpose. Deliver with impact. Grow with Dechra.

Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to shape the future of veterinary pharmaceuticals? At Dechra, we're on a mission to sustainably improve global animal health and welfare-and we're looking for a dynamic Supply ChainManager to lead supply chain operations at our Skipton site.

Why Dechra?

We're a global, specialist veterinary pharmaceuticals company with a reputation for innovation, quality, and integrity. With over 2,000 colleagues worldwide, our culture is built on Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships, and Ambition-values that guide everything we do.

Your Impact

As Supply Chain Manager, you'll take full ownership of our Skipton site's supply chain operations-from planning and materials replenishment to customer service and warehouse efficiency. You'll lead a talented team, drive continuous improvement, and ensure we deliver on time, every time.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and execute a robust, site-wide production plan aligned with business goals
• Lead end-to-end planning, RCCP, and demand forecasting to support CAPEX and budgeting
• Oversee warehouse operations, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency
• Own the S&OP process and ensure seamless communication across site functions
• Champion continuous improvement and lean practices to reduce waste and boost performance
• Manage artwork change and NPI processes to meet regulatory and customer needs
• Coach and develop your team, fostering a high-performance, values-driven culture

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, inventory control in a manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Deep understanding of ERP systems and MRP planning
• Knowledge of warehousing operations
• Analytical mindset with a customer-first approach
• Ideally, a degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain or related field (or relevant work experience)

What You'll Get in Return

• Every other Friday off - enjoy a better work-life balance
• Bonus and car allowance
• 22.5 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
• 8% employer pension contribution
• Training & development opportunities to grow your career
• Free on-site parking
• Access to Headspace and our Employee Assistance Programme
• A chance to be part of a purpose-driven, inclusive, and innovative global team

Ready to Lead the Pack?

If you're ready to take the reins and make a real difference in a growing global business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of animal health.